It is said that Yu Yi was able to escape from Jiangyang largely because of Xiaoli's timely appearance. After entering Chengdu, Yuyi was ready to reward Xiaoli heavily, but Xiaoli refused and just competed with Yu Daye in martial arts every day, and then He went to a martial arts school to select elites to study martial arts and became a martial arts fanatic. When she was about to leave Chengdu and return to Xiangyang, Yuyi stopped her again and said: "Now that the internal problem has been solved, we have begun to deal with external risks. There is currently something that you may need to handle."
Xiaoli was very happy after hearing this. She thought she was going to attack Cao Wei, so she quickly agreed.
Yu Yi smiled and said: "Cao Pi passed away recently, and his son Cao Rui came to the throne. Sima Yi went to Liangzhou to command the troops. The visitor was unkind. After discussion, we are going to spread rumors in the rear and drive a wedge between Cao Rui and Sima Yi. , this will be more conducive to our Northern Expedition to the Central Plains."
Xiaoli nodded and said, "In that case, just send me to lead the troops to attack Liangzhou."
Yu Yi shook his head and said: "The Prime Minister has returned from pacifying the Southern Barbarians, and we have just experienced civil strife. It is better not to use troops for the time being, because you have experience in espionage. The Prime Minister and I discussed that I hope you can play this role with some People went to the capital of Wei to spread rumors."
Xiaoli understood immediately after hearing this, bowed and said, "I'm getting ready to go."
Yuyi called Xiaoli to stop, took her hand and said: "Be careful!"
Xiaoli and Yuyi have known each other for a long time. Although she was born in a low position, she has always strived forward and been positive. Through her own efforts, she has been recognized by everyone. Although she was awarded the title of Concubine Li, she never had the airs of a powerful person and quietly polished herself. Wu Yi, her direct relationship with Yu Yi has actually faded away a long time ago. She doesn't even need feelings. She has cut off her emotions and desires, just like a monk. This time the two hold hands, it makes some waves in Xiaoli's heart. She knows that she There is no way she can go back. After this incident is over, she will work hard to cultivate espionage talents for the Shu Kingdom, and she will also return to Xiangyang, or quit officialdom, and find a quiet place to practice until her death.
Soon, a notice appeared on the gate of Yecheng. Someone with good intentions uncovered it and took it to Cao Rui. Cao Rui read the content. The content was: Sima Yi, the General of the Hussars, and the commander-in-chief of Yong and Liang. Waiting for soldiers and horses, we will announce to the world in good faith: Emperor Taizu Wu established the foundation of Wei State before, and originally planned to make Prince Chen Si the emperor. However, he believed the slander and buried it for a long time. Emperor Cao Rui, I have never been virtuous, but I have arrogantly respected myself. I have really failed to fulfill the wishes of Emperor Taizu Wu. Now I must obey the gods and choose a good day to send troops to appease the people's expectations. When my notice appears, , please be prepared in advance, if anyone does not comply, the nine tribes will be destroyed! Hereby informing you, I hope everyone understands!
Naturally, this notice was not written by Xiaoli, but was Ma Di's masterpiece. After Xiaoli got it, she made many copies and then sneaked into Yecheng. She was originally going to post it in the market, but she felt that it was not conspicuous enough to match the notice. Sima Yi was so arrogant that on a dark and windy night, she posted the notice directly on the city gate, then explored the geographical environment of Yecheng and selected a very secret place as an underground headquarters, ready to take command. .
After Cao Rui saw this notice, he was very surprised and immediately summoned his officials to inquire about the situation. Some people who had thoughts about Sima Yi took the opportunity to come out to attack. Taiwei Hua Xin played: "Sima Yi went up to guard Yong and Liang and command the troops. , it is such an idea. We must know that His Majesty has just ascended the throne and the late emperor asked him to assist His Majesty, but he chose to leave. Furthermore, when Emperor Taizu Wu was in power, he often told us that Sima Yi is a man who ignores wolves and ignores wolves. If he can hand over military power, he will definitely become a disaster to the country over time. Now that he has openly taken out the notice, it shows that his rebellious thoughts are obvious and he can immediately send troops to exterminate him."
Wang Lang stepped forward and said, "Sima Yi is a man who knows strategy and tactics very well. He has great ambitions in his heart. If he is not eliminated soon, he will definitely become a disaster."
Cao Rui then issued an edict and prepared to conquer in person. Suddenly Cao Zhen, the general of the squad, came out and said: "No, Emperor Wen asked Gu to give us a few people because he knew that Sima Yi had no thoughts of rebellion. Now I don't know whether the notice is true or false. , just sending troops casually, this is forcing him to rebel. This may be the strategy of Shu or Wu, to prepare to rebel against the relationship between monarch and ministers, let us be in chaos without fighting, and then take advantage of the opportunity to attack. I hope your majesty will think about it again."
Cao Rui said: "If Sima Yi is really ready to rebel, what should he do?"
He replied: "If your Majesty is really suspicious, you can follow the plan of Han Emperor Gaozu to pretend to visit Yunmeng and go to Anyi to inspect it in person. Sima Yi will definitely come to greet him and observe his movements. You can capture him alive and ask about the situation." alright."
After hearing this, Cao Rui thought it made sense, so he asked Cao Zhen to supervise the country and personally commanded the imperial army of 100,000 people to Anyi.
Sima Yi didn't know what was going on and was concentrating on surveying the strength and preparing a plan. Suddenly he heard that the emperor was coming to inspect, so he thought that the emperor wanted to know the work situation, so he organized his troops and led 100,000 soldiers to greet him. His ministers reported: "No. Well, Sima Yi indeed led 100,000 soldiers and horses to greet him. He had evil intentions and had the intention of rebellion."
Cao Rui was very flustered after hearing this, and sent Cao Xiu to fight with his troops and horses. Sima Yi saw Cao Xiu arriving with his troops and horses, and suspected that His Majesty's carriage had arrived, so he greeted him respectfully. After Cao Xiu came out, he asked: "Sima Yi, you were entrusted by the late emperor, why did you rebel?"
Sima Yi was very surprised after hearing this and was sweating profusely. When he asked about the reason, Cao Xiu told him about the notice and the thoughts of everyone in the court.
Sima Yi said: "This is the counter-intelligence plan of Wu and Shu. They are planning to make our monarchs and ministers harm each other, and then take advantage of the opportunity. I must go to the emperor in person to argue." So General Ma He retreated and personally He went to Cao Rui's carriage and cried loudly, saying: "I have been entrusted by the late emperor with a heavy responsibility. How can I have other ideas? It must be the plan of Wu and Shu. I hope to lead the troops and attack first." The Kingdom of Shu will attack the Kingdom of Wu again, and I will swear to death to repay His Majesty’s kindness and prove my innocence.”
Sima Yi's high position, delicate thoughts, and impeccable conduct made Cao Rui very scared. If he really rebelled, it would be a big trouble. Therefore, after hearing Sima Yi's statement, he was still hesitant. Hua Xin played: "You can't give military power to Sima Yi. That would be luring the wolf into the house. You can let him return to the fields and get rid of him temporarily."
Cao Rui also felt that it was safe, so he suspended Sima Yi and asked him to go home to rest. He appointed Cao Xiulai to governor Yong and Liang's army and horses, and Cao Rui returned to Luoyang.
After getting the news, Xiaoli was very happy and said with a smile: "It seems that Cao Rui still doesn't trust Sima Yi in his heart, otherwise a crude notice will not be able to alienate their relationship."
